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Things to see in Gangneung (South Korea): 20 places and when to go
Gangneung is a city in South Korea with around 181,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 20 places in and around it, mainly Nature (11), Mountains (9), History (2). The best known are Pyeongchang Olympic Stadium, Mona Yongpyong and Olympic Sliding Centre. The best time to come is April to May and September to October; also possible: November to March, June and August. In June there are 14 h 36 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 24. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- South Korea · 37.7559, 128.8962
- Population
- About 181,000
- Places
- 20 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (11) · Mountains (9) · History (2) · Snow (2) · Temples (2) · Beaches (2)
- Best time
- April to May and September to October.
- Also possible
- November to March, June and August.
- Nearest airport
- GMP Seoul, 187 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Barwangsan, at 1,458 m.
What to see in Gangneung
The places in and around Gangneung, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Pyeongchang Olympic StadiumOlympic Stadium in South Korea19 km
- Mona YongpyongSki resort in South Korea24 km
- Olympic Sliding CentreSports venue in Daegwallyeong, South Korea23 km
- Odaesan National ParkPark in South Korea26 km
- WoljeongsaBuddhist temple in Pyeongchang, South Korea27 km
- SangwonsaBuddhist temple in South Korea29 km
- BarwangsanMountain in South Korea26 km
- Jumunjin BeachBeach18 km
- Tongdae-sanMountain in South Korea26 km
- Turi-bongSummit18 km
- Turo-bongSummit29 km
- GonsinbongMountain in South Korea14 km
- Kurami-onch'onHot spring bath11 km
- Kyongp'o-haesuyokchangBeach in South Korea5.5 km
- Hwaran-bongMountain in South Korea17 km
- ManwolsanMountain in Gangwon Province, South Korea28 km
- NeunggyeongbongSummit15 km
- Soktu-bongSummit18 km
- Haslla Art WorldWith kids11 km
- SeongyojangHistory3.5 km
When to go to Gangneung
The best time to visit Gangneung is April to May and September to October; also possible: November to March, June and August. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:40
- FebPossible10:36
- MarPossible11:43
- AprBest time12:59
- MayBest time14:02
- JunPossible14:36
- JulBetter not14:22
- AugPossible13:28
- SepBest time12:14
- OctBest time11:00
- NovPossible9:55
- DecPossible9:24
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 36 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 24. In September, 18 of the 20 places are at their best.
When to go to South Korea in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Gangneung
The nearest main airport is Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP, Seoul), 187 km as the crow flies. How to get around South Korea (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Sokcho23 places57 km
- Wonju7 places95 km
- Chuncheon13 places103 km
- Seongnam29 places159 km
- Seoul57 places169 km
- Cheongju26 places175 km
And all of South Korea, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Gangneung?
The best known: Pyeongchang Olympic Stadium, Mona Yongpyong, Olympic Sliding Centre, Odaesan National Park, Woljeongsa. In all, 20 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Gangneung?
April to May and September to October; also possible: November to March, June and August. In June there are 14 h 36 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 24.
How do you get to Gangneung?
The nearest main airport is Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP), 187 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Gangneung as the destination and these 20 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
Keep reading
- South KoreaBefore travelling to South Korea: 10 things worth sorting out, each with its deadline. No visa is needed for tourism: up to 90 days.
- Nature228 places for nature in South Korea, from Hallasan to spots hardly anyone knows. Best time: April to May and September to October. Each with its own season by altitude
- Where to travelPick what you fancy (mountains, beaches, museums…) and the months you have free, and Kokai tells you which countries to go to and what to see there.
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